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Why is it done?
Studying tissue under a microscope is often the only way to be absolutely sure of a cancer diagnosis. It can give clues about where a cancer started, what kind of cancer cells exist and how quickly they are multiplying. This knowledge can help your doctors to recommend the best treatment / follow up if you have already had treatment.
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